EA has confirmed that Battlefield 6 will not support console-only crossplay. This means that console players cannot play exclusively with other console users unless they take certain steps in the game settings. Players on consoles will still be matched with PC players if they enable the cross-play option.
Earlier, EA had given slightly different information to IGN. In that interview, it was suggested that console-only crossplay could be a feature. However, Matthew Nickerson, the senior console combat designer of Battlefield 6, clarified in an interview with Dexerto that this is not the case. Nickerson explained that console-only crossplay only happens if players turn off crossplay completely. If the option is switched off, players are matched only with others using the same console.
One of the main concerns with mixing console and PC players is cheating. PC players can use cheats more easily, which can give them an unfair advantage. This can negatively affect the experience for console players, making the game less enjoyable.
If crossplay is turned off, players on consoles will only be able to play against other players using the same console. While this creates a fairer playing field, it also limits the pool of available players, which may increase waiting times for matches.
EA also mentioned that when crossplay is turned on, the matchmaking system will try to prioritize console players against other console players first. However, this is not the same as true console-only crossplay that some players had expected.
Battlefield 6 Will Not Feature Console-Only Crossplay
EA has confirmed that Battlefield 6 will not support console-only crossplay. This means that console players cannot play exclusively with other console users unless they take certain steps in the game settings. Players on consoles will still be matched with PC players if they enable the cross-play option.
Earlier, EA had given slightly different information to IGN. In that interview, it was suggested that console-only crossplay could be a feature. However, Matthew Nickerson, the senior console combat designer of Battlefield 6, clarified in an interview with Dexerto that this is not the case. Nickerson explained that console-only crossplay only happens if players turn off crossplay completely. If the option is switched off, players are matched only with others using the same console.
One of the main concerns with mixing console and PC players is cheating. PC players can use cheats more easily, which can give them an unfair advantage. This can negatively affect the experience for console players, making the game less enjoyable.
If crossplay is turned off, players on consoles will only be able to play against other players using the same console. While this creates a fairer playing field, it also limits the pool of available players, which may increase waiting times for matches.
EA also mentioned that when crossplay is turned on, the matchmaking system will try to prioritize console players against other console players first. However, this is not the same as true console-only crossplay that some players had expected.
Battlefield 6 is a first-person shooter developed by Battlefield Studios and published by EA. The game is set to release on October 10, 2025, for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. Fans can expect fast-paced multiplayer battles, but console players will need to decide whether to enable crossplay or stick to their own platform.Battlefield 6 Will Not Feature Console-Only Crossplay
EA has confirmed that Battlefield 6 will not support console-only crossplay. This means that console players cannot play exclusively with other console users unless they take certain steps in the game settings. Players on consoles will still be matched with PC players if they enable the cross-play option.
Earlier, EA had given slightly different information to IGN. In that interview, it was suggested that console-only crossplay could be a feature. However, Matthew Nickerson, the senior console combat designer of Battlefield 6, clarified in an interview with Dexerto that this is not the case. Nickerson explained that console-only crossplay only happens if players turn off crossplay completely. If the option is switched off, players are matched only with others using the same console.
One of the main concerns with mixing console and PC players is cheating. PC players can use cheats more easily, which can give them an unfair advantage. This can negatively affect the experience for console players, making the game less enjoyable.
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If crossplay is turned off, players on consoles will only be able to play against other players using the same console. While this creates a fairer playing field, it also limits the pool of available players, which may increase waiting times for matches.
EA also mentioned that when crossplay is turned on, the matchmaking system will try to prioritize console players against other console players first. However, this is not the same as true console-only crossplay that some players had expected.
Battlefield 6 is a first-person shooter developed by Battlefield Studios and published by EA. The game is set to release on October 10, 2025, for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. Fans can expect fast-paced multiplayer battles, but console players will need to decide whether to enable crossplay or stick to their own platform.
